Bill > HRes257

This resolution expresses support for designating March 2025 as "Music in Our Schools Month" and highlights the critical importance of music education in the United States. The resolution acknowledges music's historical and cultural significance, noting that it has been present in every human culture and is a fundamental part of the nation's cultural heritage. It emphasizes that music education helps communities share ideas and values, promotes cooperation, and has been part of American classrooms since before the Declaration of Independence. The resolution references the Every Student Succeeds Act, which identifies music as part of a well-rounded education, and cites research showing that music programs promote student engagement, cognitive and social development, and valuable workforce skills like teamwork, leadership, and self-discipline. Additionally, the resolution draws attention to the unequal access to music education, particularly in urban and rural schools with high percentages of low-income, Black, Hispanic, or Native American students. By supporting this designation, the House of Representatives recognizes music's fundamental importance to U.S. culture, its long history in schools, and the need to improve music education accessibility and support.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/257/all-info